Laceration of skin of eyelid and periocular area

This code represents a traumatic break in the continuity of the skin specifically affecting the eyelid and the surrounding tissues of the eye. It indicates an open wound caused by a sharp object or blunt force, resulting in a tear or cut in the integumentary layer of these delicate facial structures.

Use this code for documented lacerations involving the skin of the eyelid, canthus, or other periocular areas. Documentation should clearly specify the location of the laceration to differentiate it from other facial or ocular injuries. This code is appropriate when the injury is limited to the skin and subcutaneous tissue without deeper involvement of the globe or adnexa.

• Differentiate from open wounds of the eyeball (871.x) or other facial areas (873.x).
• Always code any associated foreign body (918.x) or infection (998.5x) separately.
• Consider an external cause of injury code (E-code) to fully describe the circumstances of the laceration.